Saltwater Fishing

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Florida is the Fishing Capital of the World and offers unrivaled fishing experiences. Approximately 2.7 million anglers try their luck in Florida each year to catch any of the 1,000 different species of fish. The FWC invites you to dive into Florida's spectacular marine resources!

This section of FWC's website is home to recreational and commercial saltwater fishing regulations, specific fishery information, fish identification, as well as outreach and education opportunities for our stakeholders. Please use the links on the left-hand side of this page to learn more about saltwater fishing.

 

Commercial

Commercial Regulations Guide


Trap Retrieval/Debris Removal


Apply for a license


Commercial data

 

Recreational

Recreational Regulations Guide


Recreational Regulations Quick Chart


Hot Topics/Latest News


Apply for a license


Grand Slams/Fishing Records


Anglers: Take our New Survey



FWC Facts:
Florida's largest estuary, Tampa Bay, covers 440 square miles and has more than 300 species of inshore fish.

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